2008 BMW 525 vs. 1992 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1992 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
